McKinney, TX, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2025 — VC Arena (VCA) announced a strategic partnership with the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to accelerate innovation and support high-growth companies expanding in Texas. The partnership strengthens City of McKinney’s position as a rising hub for innovation and opens new pathways for startups, domestic and global, to engage with the region through VCA’s network.
MEDC has built a strong foundation for innovation through incubation and funding programs through the McKinney Innovation Fund, which provides non-dilutive capital to high-potential startups. In partnership, VCA complements MEDC’s vision of a public-private engagement of economic development by connecting founders with investors with a specific focus in North Texas, giving founders access to broader capital networks and strategic partners.
MEDC’s SVP Michael Talley shared, “We’re excited to be partnering with VC Arena to bring more founders into our growing innovation ecosystem. This partnership enhances access to resources like the McKinney Innovation Fund and supports companies looking to scale in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country.”
VCA’s CEO Dan Sinawat also noted, “Our mission has always been to help founders build the relationships that move their companies forward. Partnering with MEDC strengthens our ability to bring both domestic and international startups into a region that’s rapidly emerging as a leader in technology and innovation.”
Additionally, Sara Rana, Associate Partner of Legendary Ventures, a strategic partner of VCA, shared, “VC Arena has filled a real gap by giving founders a place to build meaningful, long-term relationships without a transactional obligation. Our team at Legendary Ventures is proud to support this initiative and be part of the community.”
About VC Arena
VC Arena connects founders and investors through ecosystem partnerships and access to high-growth opportunities globally. For more information, visit https://www.venturearena.org.
About McKinney Economic Development Corporation
The McKinney Economic Development Corporation drives business expansion, innovation, and job creation in McKinney, Texas. For more information, visit https://uniquemckinney.com
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